Towy Vets

05/03/2025

Lovely female Cavapoo handed into practice this afternoon found straying on Pentrefelin St.

Please get in touch with us if you think this is your dog. Proof of ownership is required.

01/03/2025

🐉 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 🌼 Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus! 🌼 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 🐉

Happy St. David’s Day to all of our clients and their pets! Wales is a country rich in history, myths, and incredible wildlife—many of which have a special place in our culture. So today, we’re celebrating some of Wales’ most iconic animals—and we’d love to know which one reminds you most of your own pet!

🐉 The Red Dragon (Y Ddraig Goch) – A symbol of strength and pride

The mighty red dragon has been the emblem of Wales for centuries. Fierce, protective, and full of spirit—does your pet have a fiery personality or a courageous heart like a dragon?

🐶 Gelert the Loyal Hound – The ultimate symbol of devotion

The legend of Gelert, Prince Llywelyn’s faithful dog, is one of Wales’ most famous tales. Gelert was wrongly punished for his loyalty after saving the prince’s child from a wolf. It’s a heartbreaking but powerful story of trust and love. Does your pet show unwavering loyalty like Gelert?

🦅 The Red Kite (Barcud Coch) – A true Welsh comeback story

Once nearly extinct in the UK, the red kite has made an incredible recovery in Wales, soaring over our hills and valleys once more. Graceful, resilient, and always watching from above—does your pet have a sharp eye and a free spirit like this stunning bird?

🐎 The Welsh Mountain Pony – Strong and dependable

These hardy ponies have roamed Wales for centuries, known for their resilience and gentle nature. Is your pet small but mighty? Full of character and charm?

🦜 The Puffins of Skomer Island – Playful and full of personality

Wales is home to one of the UK’s most beloved seabirds, the puffin! With their colorful beaks and social nature, they’re full of personality—just like some of our pets! Does your furry (or feathery) friend have a quirky side?

🐕 Welsh Dog Breeds – True companions

Wales has given the world some amazing dog breeds, including the Welsh Corgi, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Sealyham Terrier—all known for their intelligence, loyalty, and energy. Is your dog one of these breeds? Or do they have a big Welsh heart, even if they aren’t?

💬 Tell us in the comments—if your pet were one of these Welsh animals, which would they be and why? Even better, share a photo of them looking their most Welsh! We’d love to feature some of our favorites.

Let’s celebrate the incredible animals of Wales—past, present, and in our own homes! 🌼🐾🐉

26/02/2025

📸 Open Day Highlights! 🎉

What an incredible day! It was wonderful meeting all of you and all of your wonderful pets!

It was a fantastic day filled with furry friends, behind-the-scenes tours, and informative sessions. We loved meeting pet owners and showing how we care for animals at every stage of their journey.

Check out some of our favorite moments from the day! 🐶🐱

A special thank you to our amazing team and to all the pets who came to visit us!

Stay tuned for more events, and we hope to see you again soon! 🐾

We hope to see you again soon! 🌟

26/02/2025

We had such a wonderful time meeting all the adorable pets that joined us at our Open Day! 🐾 Whether they were full of energy or calm and cuddly, each furry friend brought their own special charm to the day.🫶💙

A huge thank you to their loving owners for stopping by and sharing these special moments with us. It was a joy to see everyone, and we hope to see all these sweet pets again soon for their health check-ups, treatments, or just a friendly visit!

Here are just some of our favorite photobooth snaps of these perfect pooches! 🤩📸

26/02/2025

🐾🩵Thank You for Joining Us at Our Open Day!🩵🐾

A huge thank you to everyone who came to our Open Day! 🐾 It was wonderful to meet so many pet owners and animal lovers, and we’re so grateful for your support. Whether you had questions about pet care, explored our facilities, or simply stopped by to say hello, your presence made the day special.

We hope you enjoyed learning more about what we do and how we can help keep your furry friends happy and healthy. If you have any further questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Looking forward to seeing you and your pets again soon! 🐶🐱

25/02/2025

Wowowow 🤩🤩 This AMAZING cake was made for us by one of our incredible clients ahead of our open day…… TODAY! ✨

Pop down and grab yourself a slice, while it lasts 🤗

19/02/2025

❗️ Lovely stray black dog with white markings handed into practice. ❗️

Found near Glangwilli hospital.

Please get in touch if you think this is your dog.
Microchip is not registered.

Proof of ownership will be required.

18/02/2025

✨ Friendly reminder to our lovely clients and community that our practice open today is coming up! ✨

Please pop down on the 25th of February for an opportunity to get to know our team, have a sneak peek of what goes on "out the back", enjoy refreshments and have some fun 🤩

⭐️ OPEN DAY⭐️

We are excited to invite you along to our open day which will be hosted on the 25th of February 2 pm - 6 pm.

Come along and meet the new members of our team!!
We will be opening up our practice so you can see what goes on behind the scenes.

There will also be:
🐾 Competitions and Prizes
🐾 Refreshments
🐾 Goody bags for our furry friends
🐾Kids Activities and much more!!

We will also be having a special guest join us later on in the evening!!
We look forward to seeing you all!!

06/02/2025

Stinky breath!!
..Did you know that although it's a commonly discussed issue, bad
breath in pets should not be considered normal?!

Often, it's a sign of underlying health problems that
need attention.

If you're used to your pet cuddling up close to your face, you'll
likely notice quickly if their breath becomes unpleasant.

We are firm believers that prevention is better than cure, especially when it comes to oral health in pets.

Though, we understand that sometimes, despite our best efforts, we still need a helping hand every now and again from a professional.

At Towy Vets, our scale and polish dental procedures start from just £331.

So, if you've got concerns about your pet's oral health, give us a call on 01267 238810 and we can get you booked in with us for a routine dental check up.

01/02/2025

Missing female cat.
Johnstown, Carmarthen area
We hope she comes home soon

28/01/2025

💙 Charity Raffle 💙
In order to raise money for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People,
We have organised a Raffle!!
We have some amazing prizes to be won which have been kindly donated to us by local businesses.

Raffle tickets are on sale now!!

50p for 1 ticket
£1.50 for a strip

Winners will be announced at 5:30pm at our Open Day on the 25th of February.

Good luck everyone!!!

24/01/2025

⭐️ OPEN DAY⭐️

We are excited to invite you along to our open day which will be hosted on the 25th of February 2 pm - 6 pm.

Come along and meet the new members of our team!!
We will be opening up our practice so you can see what goes on behind the scenes.

There will also be:
🐾 Competitions and Prizes
🐾 Refreshments
🐾 Goody bags for our furry friends
🐾Kids Activities and much more!!

We will also be having a special guest join us later on in the evening!!
We look forward to seeing you all!!

21/01/2025

Repeat Consultations

The most common reason for a re-examination is to determine whether your
pet is actually better. Some problems have an expected course of disease, such
as kennel cough, so we may only request a recheck if your pet isn’t better in the
usual timeframe.

For other conditions, it can be difficult to tell if they are better or not at home, for example an eye ulcer that needs special stain applying, an ear infection that requires examination with an otoscope or cytology performing, or a urinary tract infection that needs urine testing to check for blood or bacteria.

If we don’t identify that the condition is not resolved, the consequences can include ongoing pain or discomfort for your pet, increased cost overall, and sometimes even permanent damage to the affected body parts.

For more information on why rechecks are important:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/why-rechecks-are-so-important

16/01/2025

Salt and grit on paws🐾❄️🌨️

Salt and grit used for de-icing roads can pose risks to a dog’s paws. It can irritate their paw pads, causing redness, cracking or peeling.

In an attempt to remove the salt, dogs may lick their paws, but this can lead to them ingesting chemicals that can upset their stomachs or cause more severe issues. Grit found on the roads sometimes causes micro-cuts and abrasions on paw pads, increasing the chance of infection.

Prevention and Care:
Use dog boots to shield paws from salt and grit.
Apply a paw wax or balm before walks to create a protective barrier.
Rinse and wipe your dog’s paws with warm water and a soft cloth after walks.
Check paws regularly for cuts or signs of irritation.
Trim fur between paw pads to prevent ice and grit accumulation.

First Aid for Irritated Paws:
Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
Apply a soothing paw balm or petroleum jelly.
If irritation persists or there are signs of infection (redness, swelling, limping), please callus to book an appointment.

15/01/2025

Weight clinics🍗🐶⚖️

If your pet is overweight, the path to weight loss and a healthy happy pet isn’t always clear. Losing weight can be a challenging and lengthy process, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or confused by conflicting advice.

We are here to help with our weight clinics. Our veterinary nurses can help formulate a personalised plan for your pet, set achievable goals and help you with any setbacks.

Contact us today to book your weight clinic appointment!

14/01/2025

🐕‍🦺🎾🐕Walk your dog month🐕‍🦺🎾🐕

January marks the beginning of Walk Your Dog Month, designed to encourage dog owners to be more active and ensure their pets get sufficient exercise. It highlights the importance of regular walks for a dog's physical and mental health whilst promoting a healthier lifestyle for pet owners too.

It will not come as a surprise that there are many benefits to regular dog walks:

🦮Physical Health: Prevents obesity and keeps dogs fit.

🥎Mental Stimulation: Outdoor walks provide sensory enrichment through smells, sights, and sounds.

🏐Behavior Improvement: Exercise can reduce boredom, destructive behavior and anxiety.

🦮Bonding: Strengthens the relationship between owners and their pets.

Have you enjoyed many winter walks this season? ️Throughout January we will be sharing more pet care tips, so do keep an eye on our social media platforms.

13/01/2025

Being active with your dog🐕🐕‍🦺🦴🥎🎾

We love to see dogs and their owners having fun together, and what better time to pick up a new sport or activity? Whether you choose agility, scent work, hoopers or one of the many other activities available, the benefits can include:

Physical exercise - for you and your pet mental stimulation that challenges your dog’s brain and fulfils their natural instincts. Strengthening your bond and trust, by sharing experiences and achieving new things together.

Improving your relationship at home - a tired and fulfilled dog is a well behaved dog

Let us know in the comments below what your dog will be getting
up to this year.